Big Bruin has covered the basics with their Introduction to Case Modding. They list a number of tools that are helpful in starting off what can be a time-consuming hobby. A few nice examples of complex mods but those pre-built, LED laden, plastic clad monstrosities they link have got to go.
Case Modding 101
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